IMPULSTANZ ATLAS CHOREOGRAPHIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

In 2026, Scott was selected to participate in the ATLAS Choreographic Scholarship Program at ImPulsTanz (Vienna International Dance Festival).

The ATLAS program offers 20 mid-career choreographic talents a dynamic environment for artistic development as part of the world’s largest contemporary dance festival. Scholars receive full access to the festival including accommodation, participation in up to 10 workshops, attendance to the ImPulsTanz Symposium for Dance, free admission to all productions, exclusive studio space for research and development, personal artistic coaching, peer showings and exchange meetings with artists from more than 100 countries. It concludes with an open studio showing to the public where participants present the seeds of their research.

Scott was mentored by American choreographer and visual artist Christopher Matthews who provided dramaturgical advice and supervision during the 5-week program.

More information can be found here: https://www.impulstanz.com/en/atlas/

ARTISTIC STATEMENT

Christopher Matthews - Mentor of the 2026 ATLAS program - wrote the following statement for the official callout:

“Choreographic investigation is a deeply personal and intimate process where artists explore their creative voice, physical vocabulary and choreographic potential of objects. There is a precious moment when daily practice becomes the exploration of a new work, navigating the vulnerability of questions like ‘What is bothering you in the world and how do you work with it? What inspires you? What brings you joy or pain?’. It will be a privilege to witness your process, be a visitor to your practice, or act as a springboard for navigating new knowledge.”